Biography of Katherine Applegate

Katherine Applegate (also known as K.A. Applegate) is an American author from Ann Arbor, Michigan. She is best known for lengthy book series in the young adult and children's fiction genres. Applegate's expansive oeuvre comprises science fiction, children's fantasy, and adventure.

Applegate has received the Golden Kite Award, the Bank Street Josette Frank Award, the Judy Lopez Memorial Award, and the Newbery Medal.


Study Guides on Works by Katherine Applegate

Katherine Applegate's The One and Only Ivan is a 2012 children's novel written in the voice of Ivan, an artistic gorilla who lives in a mall as a customer attraction. After Stella the elephant dies from neglect, Ivan comes to terms with his...